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Tendering 101: Everything You Need to Know With Sea Leg Journeys

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👁️ 8K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 8:25
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

well first of all not every cruise ship is allowed to dock at a pier in the port and there's two reasons why yes and one of them is because that ship is just too big the ship is just too big to partner yes or The Waters at the Port area are too shallow for the ship and the ship will run aground

the cruise line will never charge you to ride a tender

if you're a platinum or diamond or Elite or in a suite you'll also get priority boarding

if you are in a wheelchair or a scooter you may not be allowed on the Tinder at all that's true because uh it's just too much of a risk too much risk for injury to you

Creator's Tips & Advice

Go to guest services to explain mobility issues before tendering
Check if shore excursions can be reimbursed if tendering is cancelled
Use handrails and accept help when boarding tenders

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Mobility issues with walkers, canes, or crutchesBe prepared for challenges; use handrails and accept help
Wheelchair or scooter users may not be allowed on tendersGo to guest services for guidance and check excursion reimbursement

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is tendering on a cruise ship?
QWhy are tenders used instead of docking?
QHow does the tendering process work?
QWhat are the costs associated with tenders?
QHow are passengers prioritized for tender boarding?

Topics Covered

Safety Medical1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Juneau
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